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"The Science of Self-Control" Quotes
"The Science of Self-Control" explores the psychological and neurological mechanisms behind self-discipline and offers practical strategies to improve willpower and achieve personal goals.
applied psychology | Published in 2021
Quotes
The brain is like a muscle that can be trained to resist temptation.
Self-control is the ability to pursue what is most important over what is most urgent.
Understanding the triggers of temptation is the first step to mastering self-control.
The key to self-regulation is to change your environment, not your willpower.
Habits are the foundation of self-control.
Resisting temptation is easier when you have a clear vision of your goals.
Mindfulness can strengthen your self-control by helping you understand your impulses.
Delaying gratification is a skill that can be developed through practice.
Self-control is not about deprivation, but about choosing long-term satisfaction over short-term pleasure.
The secret to self-discipline is to make your desired behavior the default option.
